Rockcliffe Park Library Branch
RPRB - Rockcliffe Park Review of Books Thursday Nov 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 60 minutes
Looking for your next great read? Join us at Rockcliffe Park Branch to hear about undiscovered book treasures that you might have missed. Staff has researched and will recommend 8 book titles. Then, for those interested, you can recommend a book title to the group.
Adult. Drop-in. English event.
Crafternoon
Mondays, Nov 10, 2025 - Dec 29, 2025 - 1:00pm - 120 minutes
Do you like to knit, crochet or do handwork or sort? Please join like-minded individuals for an enjoyable afternoon of crafting. Bring any project that you are working on. Drop-in! Tea and cookies will be served!
Family Storytime/ Contes en famille
Mondays, Nov 17, 2025 - Dec 15, 2025 - 9:30am - 30 minutes
Stories, rhymes, and songs for children of all ages and a parentor caregiver. Drop-in program. Family English program.
Contes en famille. Contes, comptines et chansons pour les enfants de tous âges
RP Acoustic Music Circle
Are you looking for a cozy place to jam with other musicians? This is a drop-in for musicians ages 16+, to make some music. Bring your acoustic musical instrument - wind, string, keyboard or percussion. (instruments are not provided) This is a great way for local musicians to share their work with the community. This is for emerging artists or bands, who may not have access to traditional venues or performance opportunities and/or for more experienced musicians looking to hone their performance skills, experiment with new material, and test out ideas. This music performance circle can provide exposure to a variety of music genres (classical, jazz, rock, folk, pop, etc.), as well as new and experimental forms.
2025-2026 Schedule Tuesdays from 6:00-7:30PM
2025 9 Dec
2026 13 Jan / 10 Feb / 10 Mar / 14 Apr / 12 May / 9 June
Martha Hodgson
Public Service Supervisor / Superviseur, services publics
Rockcliffe Park Branch / Succursale Rockcliffe Park
Ottawa Public Library / Bibliothèque public d’Ottawa
[email protected]
613 580 2940
EVENTS IN NEIGHBOURING COMMUNITIES
Odawa Native Friendship Centre Christmas Craft Fair
Get into the holiday spirit at the Odawa Native Friendship Centre’s Christmas Craft Fair, featuring two festive days filled with beautiful handmade gifts, Indigenous art, jewelry, and creative treasures from local artisans. Come shop local, support Indigenous makers, and find the perfect holiday gifts while enjoying a warm community atmosphere. Bring your friends and family - everyone’s welcome! Details: Facebook
- Saturday, December 6 - 11 am to 7 pm
- Location: The Rideau Community Hub at 815 St. Laurent Blvd.
Beechwood Cemetery
You are invited to participate in Beechwood’s Christmas Candlelight Service on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 6:00 pm. A special way to remember loved ones, our service features a non-denominational candlelight memorial service with carols and a tree-lighting ceremony. Beechwood is happy to welcome back the Ottawa University Choir to lead the carols. A non perishable food item for the Food Bank would be appreciated. Our event is outdoors, please dress warmly. Registration is not required. Details: beechwoodottawa.ca
Manor Park - Night Market/Children's Market
Enjoy a Holiday Night Market on Friday, December 5, 5 to 8 pm at 1805 Gaspe. Running in conjunction with the Manor Park Community Council's Children's Holiday Market, there will be plenty to do. A licensed event, you'll find beer and wine, meal options, market vendors and Santa!
Rockcliffe Park Community Bazaar
The Rockcliffe Park Residents Association hosts a community bazaar on Dec. 6 from 10 am to 4 pm at 380 Springfield Road. Perfect for your holiday shopping. A percentage of sales will support the Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre's Food Bank.
Rockcliffe Park Speakers Series
The Rockcliffe Park Residents Association presents the next edition of its Speakers Series featuring Catherine McKenna on Dec. 9 at 8 pm at the Rockcliffe Park Community Centre, 380 Springfield Road. Catherine McKenna, former Minister of the Environment, discusses her new book, Run Like a Girl, in which she shares an inspiring journey of reinvention, resilience and defiance in the face of expectations - and her new mission to empower women in leadership. Details: rockcliffepark.ca
Ottawa Family Cinema presents Polar Express 3-D Experience - Dec. 6
All aboard as the magic of the Polar Express in 3D returns to the big screen at Ottawa Family Cinema, 815 St. Laurent Boulevard, on Dec. 6 at 2 pm. It is Christmas Eve and you are about to have the adventure of a lifetime! "This is the Polar Express!" What unfolds in this beautiful movie is an an adventure which follows a doubting young boy, who takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole; during this ride, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery which shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. Get ready for THE POLAR EXPRESS 3D EXPERIENCE! It's so popular that it's now a yearly OFC tradition. Tickets on sale now at familycinema.ca or at the door.
Creating Christmas Magic - Dec. 7
The Vanier Museopark, in partnership with the Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est and the Vanier Community Services Centre, invites you to take part in the 4th edition of Creating Christmas Magic, a family event that aims to collect new toys, gift cards, and cash donations for children in need in Vanier. Details: museoparc.ca
When: Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Centre Richelieu-Vanier (300 des Pères-Blancs Ave.)
Musical performance by Kristine St-Pierre et le groupe de Noël at 11:30 a.m.
Those who are unable to attend this community celebration, but would still like to take part in Creating Christmas Magic, can make a monetary donation online or by dropping off new, unwrapped toys in donation boxes at the following locations:
- Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est Head Office 4000 Labelle Street
- Centre Pauline-Charron 164 Jeanne Mance Street
- Le coin du livre 2200 Montréal Road
- Vanier Museopark 2nd floor, 300 des Pères-Blancs Avenue
On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 6:30 PM, the OrKidstra family is encouraged to come out and cheer on our new and returning students at our FREE OrKidstra Vanier Hub Holiday Concert. This concert will feature a wonderful selection of classical, jazz, pop, and holiday favourites, as well as music from around the world. The OrKidstra Vanier Hub Holiday Concert will take place in the theatre at Ottawa Technical Secondary School. 485 Donald Street. Tickets are not required. Seating is general admission and doors will open at approximately 6:15 pm. Plenty of free parking is available behind the school; please enter through the main doors facing Donald Street. Admission is free. Donations in support of OrKidstra’s mission to empower kids and build community through music are welcome. Details: orkidstra.ca
Vanier BIA's Holiday Akoustik - Dec. 17
Enjoy a special one-night holiday performance at St. Charles Market, 135 Barrette Street at Beechwood Avenue, featuring warm music, local talent and Vanier spirit. Taking place Dec. 17 from 6 to 8 pm. Admission is free. Details: vanierbia.com/event/holiday-akoustik
From Councillor Rawlson King
Read Councillor King's newsletters here: https://www.rideau-rockcliffe.ca/newsletters
Rideau Hall outdoor ice rink - open for the season
The Rideau Hall Rink is officially open for the season! This year’s new refrigerated ice surface opens a fresh chapter in a skating tradition that began in 1872. Public skating runs until March 29, 2026.
- Weekdays: 5 to 8:30 pm
- Weekends: 1 to 8:30 pm